Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Scottsdale

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Updated January 05, 2025

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El Chorro

4.7

4.7 (6557)

$50 and over

American

Paradise Valley

About the restaurant

We are delighted to welcome you to El Chorro Lodge.
**Please be advised that Sunday Brunch reservations are REQUIRED**
Please call us directly to book your holiday reservations 480-948-5170.
*No pets allowed - service animals welcomed*

Join us this festive season for Thanksgiving at El Chorro! Our menu on November 28th 2024 will be $98 for adults and $32 for children 12 and under. The three course, pre-set menu will be:

Starters -
~Roasted Butternut Squash & Granny Smith Apple Bisque
~Brussel Sprouts & Radicchio Salad

Main Course -
~Organic Turkey
~Grilled Center Cut Filet
~Pan Seared Salmon
~El Chorro Cauliflower Steak

Desserts -
~Apple Cranberry Cobbler
~Chocolate Pecan Torte
~Traditional Pumpkin Pie

Visit our website at elchorro.com for a more in-depth look at our menu and Thanksgiving to-go order form

Top review

JohnVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Just a great place. Delicious broasted chicken. Pleasant atmosphere

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4.7

4.7 (463)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Carefree

About the restaurant

From Umbria to the homes of Carefree, Pizzicata brings our family’s recipes and an enthusiasm rooted in sharing Italiano cuisine with Arizona and the world.
We are proud to be the first pinseria in Arizona.

What is Pinsa?
Long before the days of pizza, Pinsa was introduced and crafted by the Romans using wheat, soy and rice flours as the main ingredients in the dough. The resulting Pinsa contained less gluten, less carbs and less fat while maintaining a crispy yet light crust when baked therefore making it more digestible yet still delizioso.

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CoreyVIP

Dined on Jan 2, 2025

The wait staff, (including even the busboy!) was some of the best service Ive seen at a restaurant up in Cave Creek/Carefree. Place is always one of our favorites because of the unique menu items but also because it feels like you are in a very family oriented environment. From the bus boy to the bartender to the server, you are very well taken care of. The cheesy garlic bread was a bit bland this time, the mozz sticks are nothing special, but the sauce and the Pizzacata pizza and the Amatriciana more than made up for it.

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Thompson 105 Woodfired Grill + Cocktails

4.7

4.7 (1196)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

North Scottsdale

About the restaurant

Nestled directly adjacent to Thompson Peak in the McDowell Mountain neighborhood sits THOMPSON 105, where the philosophy that food tastes better outside in nature is fully respected.

Featuring a wood fired rotisserie and grill, our cuisine is Italian influenced and prepared with locally sourced produce and the freshest meats and seafood. Join us for an unforgettable indoor or outdoor dining experience with fabulous views of the McDowell Mountains coupled with local craft beer, hand crafted cocktails and a curated wine list.

The McDowell Mountains provide the ultimate breath-taking backdrop, connecting guests to the grandeur of the surrounding scenery. The line between outdoors and indoors disappears with abundant windows and a large, decorative open patio effectively bringing the outdoors indoors, transforming casual dining into an incredibly rich, lived experience.

Welcome to your new neighborhood restaurant, THOMPSON 105.

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JEFFVIP

Dined 1 day ago

We've been back to Thompson 105 a number of times and it never seems to disappoint. We once again mixed Happy Hour with dinner and took advantage of the Happy Hour drink and appetizer prices along with dinner selection from the dinner menu. Our server, Chris, was very helpful in recommending cocktails and wine and was overall very friendly and pleasant.

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SWAN Sushi Seafood Bar

4.7

4.7 (205)

$31 to $50

Sushi

North Scottsdale

About the restaurant

Welcome to Swan Sushi located at Troon North. We serve a variety of fish that is always freshly caught and artfully crafted onto your plate by an experienced sushi chef to ensure top notch quality of sushi or sashimi. At Swan Sushi we provide outdoor seating with a beautiful view where you can dine or grab a drink and chill outside with your friends and family. Dogs are welcome on the patio as well. Our indoor seating gives the option to sit at a table or sushi bar.

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AnnVIP

Dined 3 days ago

As always, welcoming with good food! A neighborhood gem. I love the Paradise roll! The miso soup! The garlic edamame!

Proof

4.5

4.5 (749)

$31 to $50

Comfort Food

North Scottsdale

About the restaurant

Embark on a cross-country road trip through the main street of America, tapping into the nation’s rich heritage and the historic days of Route 66. The Proof bar highlights small batch and craft distilled American spirits, with an emphasis on bourbon and whiskey, as well as wines from across the United States. Guests can take in the outdoors from every angle with walls that open to views of Pinnacle Peak and extensive patio dining. Televisions, games and a bustling bar bring buzzing energy to the restaurant on a nightly basis.

Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in this relaxed American canteen.

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Tresia

Dined on Jan 5, 2025

The view and location is very nice . The restaurant is nice as well . The service was great but the food was ok and below what we believe it shiuld have been . The pretzel knots were delicious but the wings were just too salty for our taste . The salad was ok , the wife had the dish snd nothing really to talk about beside bland the Carolina Pulled pork was ok but too wet for taste . The dessert was a beautiful cactus style smores with ice cream which was delicious . Overall small we felt yuu were getting for the price eas a nice sunset view

Talavera

4.5

4.5 (1846)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

North Scottsdale

About the restaurant

Talavera at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale is a modern take on the classic steakhouse serving prime cuts of meats with vibrant Southwestern décor.

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John

Dined 4 days ago

The Paella is amazing. Bursting with flavor. My wife had the trout and manchego mashed potatoes, which looked equally amazing. Don't skip dessert, try the cheesecake or cherry chocolate, both were really good and well presented in an artful way

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Experience

Valentine's Day Dinner

The Wicked 6 Bar and Grill

4.5

4.5 (284)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

North Scottsdale

About the restaurant

The Wicked Six Bar & Grill is a Modern American Taphouse featuring steaks, gourmet burgers, sandwiches, wraps, wood-fired artisan pizzas and chef specialties located in the SunRidge Canyon Clubhouse.

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Wendy

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent evening and the bagpipes were a big bonus !!

RnR

4.5

4.5 (218)

$30 and under

American

Old Town Scottsdale

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, RnR Gastropub provide the only two-story dining patio overlooking the vibrancy of Scottsdale Road. As an architecturally modernist eatery, RnR’s industrial style is warmed by exposed brick, dark woods and their signature burnt orange accents. Specializing in modern twists on America’s classic comfort foods, RnR boasts boldly innovative chefs, imported Italian coffees and a 1,800 bottle wine cellar with featured wines by the glass or bottle. RnR’s extensive menu overflows with culinary novelty certain to impress. The space itself is fully indoor/outdoor by use of retractable glass garage doors and features a mix of multi-use seating options, including community tables, booths, lounge and traditional seating.

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CarolVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Great food, service, and atmosphere. We had 10 people meet there to watch football, and Haley made sure we were well hydrated and fed. She was efficient and fun - everything you want/need in a bartender. The food was great - wings, omelets, burgers - we tried it all.

OBON Sushi + Bar + Ramen at The Grove

4.3

4.3 (334)

$30 and under

Asian

Central Scottsdale

About the restaurant

With a polished casual approach, OBON is the spot for an unconventional and memorable dining experience. The menu features an array of starters, steamed buns, ramen and sushi, as well as an expansive list of inventive and thoughtful cocktails.

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Jenna

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

This was our first visit. Went in during happy hour, had a ton of options that looked interesting for beverages, appetizers, and sushi/sashimi/Maki. Would definitely come back again to take advantage of the happy hour pricing! Quiet inside as well, good ambiance and cocktail was delish.

JoJo's ShakeBAR - Scottsdale

4.2

4.2 (190)

$30 and under

American

North Scottsdale

About the restaurant

JoJo’s ShakeBAR is a next-generation restaurant and bar, and Scottsdale Quarter’s go-to spot for hangouts, first dates, and family affairs. Its’ modern, yet familiar, diner experience is grounded in nostalgia and focuses on creative desserts and elevated diner favorites.

Outdoor Patio Seating is available for reservations and walk-ins. In the case of inclement weather, our team will do our best to accommodate outdoor patio reservations inside, but indoor seating is not guaranteed.

Reservations Are Highly Recommended & Walk Ins Are Available Based Upon Availability.

Top review

Dined 7 days ago

This was the first time for all three of us in our party. It was too chilly for a shake so we opted for the Hot Chocolate Flight that included a Peppermint, Salty Carmel, Toasted Marshmallow and a Classic Hot Chocolate. Scrumptious all of them. We also had tomato bisque that was warm but not the best I have ever had. Also a Mango Smoothie that was excellent and the Pop’s Pot Pie. Best Pot Pie ever! We will be back!

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Experience

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Experience

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